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After battery power was interrupted, do
the following:
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Set the clock (Y page 121).
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Synchronize the power windows
(Y page 91).
Charging the battery
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Warning!
Never charge a battery while still installed
in the vehicle unless the accessory battery
charge unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is
being used. Gases may escape during
charging and cause explosions that may
result in paint damage, corrosion or per-
sonal injury.
An accessory battery charge unit specially
adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is
available, permitting the charging of the
battery in its installed position. Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for infor-
mation and availability.
Charge battery in accordance with the sep-
arate instructions for the accessory battery
charger.
Have batteries charged at an authorized Mer-
cedes-Benz Center. If you charge the batter-
ies yourself, follow the operating instructions
for your charging device.
Only use a battery charge unit with a maxi-
mum charging voltage of 14.8 V.
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Charge battery in accordance with the
instructions of the battery charger manu-
facturer.
Jump starting
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Warning!
Failure to follow these directions will cause
damage to the electronic components, and
can lead to a battery explosion and severe
injury or death.
Never lean over batteries while connecting
or jump starting, you might get injured.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not
allow this fluid to come in contact with
eyes, skin or clothing. In case it does,
immediately flush affected area with water,
and seek medical help if necessary.
A battery will also produce hydrogen gas,
which is flammable and very explosive.
Keep flames or sparks away from battery,
avoid improper connection of jumper
cables, smoking, etc.
Attempting to jump start a frozen battery
can result in it exploding, causing personal
injury.
Read all instructions before proceeding.
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Vehicles with automatic transmission:
Do not tow-start the vehicle. Otherwise, the
automatic transmission will be damaged.
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